Character
Each candidate must be of good character
Health
Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Education, Training, Experience etc.
Candidate shall:
PLEASE NOTE:
· FAILURE TO UPLOAD ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS I.E. QUALIFICATIONS, I.D. ETC., AT SUBMISSION STAGE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RESULT IN AN INVALID APPLICATION.
· APPLICANTS SHOULD SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THEIR EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION.
· APPLICANTS WITH NON-IRISH QUALIFICATIONS CAN AVAIL OF THE ON-LINE RECOGNITION OF FOREIGN QUALIFICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDED BY QUALITY AND QUALIFICATIONS IRELAND (QQI) AND MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF SAME WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS.
· FAILURE TO FULLY COMPLETE EACH QUESTION ON THE APPLICATION FORM MAY DEEM YOUR APPLICATION INVALID (ANSWERS WHICH REDIRECT TO OTHER RESPONSES ARE NOT PERMITTED).
- EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC:
Candidates shall:
a) Have completed and passed all phases of a recognised apprenticeship in HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) Mechanics or Construction Plant Fitter and possess documentary evidence in support of this such as a National Craft Certificate, QQI Certificate or equivalent. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Practical Test.
b) Possess a standard of education sufficient to enable him/her to keep with efficiency the books and records necessary for maintenance record keeping.
c) Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently under challenging time constraints.
d) Possess adequate training and at least 3 years’ experience as a Fitter/HGV Mechanic to enable the appointee to discharge efficiently the duties of employment.
e) Have good knowledge and experience in RSA requirements for maintaining, diagnosing and repairing of HCV and LCV’s for CVRT and vehicle maintenance and repair.
f) Have experience in the repair and maintenance of a wide range of vehicles including but not limited to
· Heavy and light plant.
· HCV and LCV vehicles.
· Diesel and petrol engines.
g) Have experience and a good working knowledge of modern vehicle systems including but not limited to
· Auto electrics, electronics and CAN bus systems.
· Adblue, EGR and other emissions systems.
· On board and third-party diagnostics.
· Hydraulics and pneumatics.
h) Be conversant with and have some experience in welding techniques such as MIG, ARC, brazing and soldering.
i) Be a competent driver and hold a current full Driving Licence in Category B without endorsement.
j) Have manual handling training.
k) Hold a current Safe Pass Card.
l) The successful candidate shall be expected to hold a full category C drivers’ licence following within a timescale agreed with the Technical Services Supervisor
m) Have a satisfactory knowledge of Health & Safety responsibilities.